The Story Behind True Taste

True Taste wasn’t born in a culinary school or a high-end restaurant. It was born in a small, cramped apartment kitchen in the heart of Ohio, amidst a pile of dishes and a smoke alarm that went off far too often.

I’m Adshi, and like many of you, I didn’t grow up knowing how to cook. My early twenties were a series of culinary disasters—rubbery chicken, pasta that was either crunchy or mushy, and enough burnt toast to last a lifetime. I was frustrated, but more than that, I was intimidated. Every cookbook I opened seemed to require ingredients I couldn't find and techniques I didn't understand.

A Mission for Reliability

One Tuesday evening, after yet another "foolproof" recipe failed me, I realized what was missing: reliability. Most recipes are written for ideal conditions with professional equipment. But in a real home kitchen, things are different. Ovens run hot, knives are dull, and time is always in short supply.

I decided to start True Taste with one simple rule: **Every recipe must be tested until it is truly foolproof.** I spent the next three years teaching myself the science of cooking—understanding why certain fats work better for searing, how acidity balances a heavy sauce, and why resting meat is the most important step in any meal. I documented everything, turning my failures into lessons and my successes into the foundation of this blog.

A Community of Home Cooks

Today, True Taste has grown from a personal journal into a community of thousands of home cooks. But our mission remains the same: to give you the confidence to step into your kitchen and create something beautiful. Whether you have five minutes or five hours, we believe that everyone deserves to eat well.

Thank you for being part of this journey. I can't wait to see what you cook next.